Victoria, BC– The Capital Regional District (CRD), in partnership with the Province of BC and the Capital Region Housing Corporation (CRHC), has started construction of 58 new affordable homes at 2782 Spencer Road in Langford.
“Our government is working hard to create affordable housing across the province,” said Premier John Horgan, MLA for Langford-Juan de Fuca. “This new housing will mean that dozens of families will have a place they can call home and they will be able to do so in the beautiful community of Langford.”
“As the largest non-profit housing provider on Vancouver Island, the CRHC is a strong community partner that can make a real difference in people’s lives by delivering affordable housing and services to over 3,500 residents,” said Lisa Helps, Capital Region Housing Corporation Chair. “I’m confident this development will make a significant impact to housing solutions with 58 much-needed affordable homes.”
“As the most liveable city in Canada, we have provided the opportunity for development to occur which looks after all segments of our population – that’s what builds healthy communities and we are proud to see this project go forward,” said Langford Mayor Stu Young.
Located near Langford's urban centre, 2782 Spencer will be a 5-storey wood-framed building with a mix of unit sizes from studio to 2-bedroom, providing homes for low to moderate income seniors, individuals and families, including those with disabilities. Parks, shopping and schools are nearby.
Proposed features include:
- Studio, one bedroom, one bedroom accessible, one bedroom plus den, and two bedroom units
- 11 units at rent geared to income deep subsidy ($375/month)
- 1,000 sq. ft. amenity room for residents' use
- 58 parking spaces, including three accessible spaces
- The project will meet BC Energy Step Code 4
BC Housing is providing $5.9 million through the Community Housing Fund towards the $19.9 million project. 2782 Spencer Rd is part of a larger redevelopment that includes the Tri-Way Mobile Home Park lands and a mixed-use commercial area along the Trans-Canada Highway. The CRHC will operate the building. Construction is anticipated to be complete in fall 2022.
For more information and to subscribe for project updates, please visit the 2782 Spencer Project Page.
For more information on the Community Housing Fund, please visit Community Housing Fund - Program and Proposal Process (bchousing.org).
Proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the CRD delivers regional, sub-regional and local services to 13 municipalities and three electoral areas on southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Governed by a 24-member Board of Directors, the CRD works collaboratively with First Nations and all levels of government to enable sustainable growth, foster community well-being, and develop cost-effective infrastructure while continuing to provide core services to residents throughout the region. Visit us online at www.crd.bc.ca.
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